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Top Science Fiction Board Games
We’re living in the midst of a science fiction board game Renaissance. Gone are the days where we were forced to choose between the bland (or nonexistent) settings of Monopoly, Sorry, or Clue. Now there are games in every genre and theme, including science fiction. Why settle for owning hotels when you could own alien colonies? Why play Colonel Mustard with a candlestick when you can play an android assassin with a blaster? Science fiction board games are great ways to explore galaxies, build cool space ships, and save worlds with your friends. (They’re also great ways to dominate said friends and prove your galactic superiority. Different strokes for different folks.)
By Stephen Hamilton9 years ago in Futurism
Top Space Colonization Books
As science continues to push the boundaries of humanity, space colonization books continue to usher in fascinating stories about the possibilities of human life beyond Earth. Back then, it seemed impossible to have aircraft, androids, and smartphones, yet modern society has consistently proven that science fiction can indeed be reality at some point. While the future of humanity is uncertain, it’s always interesting to image what lies ahead. Thus, space colonization books need to be read to develop genuine curiosity and creativity.
By James Lizowski9 years ago in Futurism
Obscure Sci-Fi Movies
Obscure sci-fi movies always make for an interesting watch just because of the ideas they play with. While there are indeed sci-fi films that garner both box office and critical success, such as Arrival, Interstellar, and The Martian, the entries on this list showcase those that take weirdness to another level. Every medium needs a dose of risk-taking to allow innovation, and science fiction has a lot to offer.
By Stephanie Gladwell9 years ago in Futurism
Best 'Star Wars' Board Games
Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the original trilogy, have caught the Star Wars bug after the release of A New Hope and Rogue One, or even have a soft spot for the prequels, we’re sure that the best Star Wars board games are going to help you recapture everything you love about one of the greatest sci-fi series ever made. With all sorts of different formats making the list, including card games, strategy games, and even some Star Wars twists on old classics, there really is something for every type of gamer. So gather some friends together, set the imperial march playing, and while away an evening with one of the best Star Wars board games.
By James Lizowski9 years ago in Futurism
Intriguing Alternate History Books
Alternate history books (AH to those in the know) speculate as to what might happen if key real world historical events occurred differently. They can, but don’t necessarily, involve speculative fiction tropes such as time travel or a character’s awareness that the timeline is “wrong.” Delve into these fascinating, often thought-provoking scenarios with this list of the most intriguing alternate history books.
By Stephen Hamilton9 years ago in Futurism
Hold the Meringue Cheesecake
“Voilà!” said the waiter, as he raised his hand and presented the plates to the diners. RT Hon. Margaret Hamill MP, Secretary of State for International Trade, had imaged a number of responses that the Children of the Luminescent would have once the cloche lids would be removed. Absolute shock and horror were at the very bottom of that list, so she was quite surprised when the esteemed ambassadors gasped and winced at the sight of a rack of lamb, nestled gently among a bed of potatoes, carrots, and zucchini.
By Joachim Heijndermans9 years ago in Futurism
Must Read Cyberpunk Books
Cyberpunk books are a distinctive cross-section of sci-fi narratives typically taking place in dystopian, near future settings, and featuring high-tech post-industrial societies, contrasted against a gritty, seedy underbelly akin to hardboiled detective fiction. The reader navigates sprawling neon cities populated by hackers, gangsters, outcasts, and femmes fatales. The protagonist, usually an anti-hero, often struggles against an evil, above-the-law megacorporation. Another hallmark of cyberpunk books is that often hackers possess the ability to literally enter an online world, or "cyberspace," by connecting their brains to advanced computers.
By Stephanie Gladwell9 years ago in Futurism
Real Life Robots That Are Useful
Technological advancements in automation have led to a significant shift in labor trends as automated real life useful robots are replacing humans in many fields. The world is experiencing an ever increasing blur between the lines of yesterday’s imagination and today's reality in automation. Robotics technology is evolving at a very fast pace and shows particular promises. Over two decades after James Cameron’s unique vision of a robotic assassin captured the attention of viewers all over the world, current world efforts to build machine men are advancing ever closer to reality. From small nanobots that can invade and cure human tissues and diseases to robots that are performing unmanned medical operations, the future of real life robots is now.
By James Lizowski9 years ago in Futurism
A Crash Course on Roswell
The Roswell incident is known worldwide. It also remains one of the most compelling UFO cases in the modern UFO era. For those who may know the bare essentials, here's a primer on this deeply compelling and controversial case. For those veteran UFO enthusiasts out there... here is a refresher course with your morning coffee.
By Ryan Sprague9 years ago in Futurism
